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Most of us indeed tend to chase temporary happiness that stems from the acquisition or experience of material possessions such as gadgets, money, social events, home comforts, and other tangible items or from the five senses. The reason why people pursue temporary happiness is that not everyone realizes that they are running after material happiness and things that are temporary. And those who do are not aware that permanent, transcendental, everlasting happiness is even poss

The simple answer is No! One cannot gain spiritual enlightenment by simply reading scriptures and listening to lectures. We may gain some understanding at the intellectual level, but one needs a living Enlightened being (Gnani Purush) to enlighten one’s Soul. To gain liberation, one needs a ‘liberator’ and that liberator is the Gnani Purush. No one has been able to attain Moksha without a liberator. Without a Gnani Purush (a living Enlightened being), there is no libera

When a lot of troubles come together in life, know that we’ll certainly get out of it one day! And until then, the most important thing to do is: ‘Firmly resolve that come what may, I shall not get depressed.’ Be strong! Remind yourself of the example of a butterfly being born. To become a butterfly, it goes through various phases — from an egg to a larva, and from a larva to a pupa. The pupa needs to get strong before it can become a butterfly. For that, it is given

How is our destiny shaped? Karma defines our destiny. Everything we come across in this life, for instance, people, circumstances, our own body, the way we speak, act, or think etc are a result of our past life causes, i.e. karmas. And when these karmas give their effects in this life, depending on our inner intent at that time, our future life gets shaped. So, our intentions shape our destiny. Our thoughts, speech and action in this life are a fruit of the karma of past birt

Lord Krishna has said: “If one becomes Vitraag (a detached enlightened person), he will become fearless. When detachment (Vitraagata) is established, one becomes fearless.” Fear will continue as long as attachment and hatred exist. When the state of detachment is not there, fear abounds continuously, and this fear causes further attachment and hatred. Therefore, if you want to attain Moksha and become free, become a Vitraag (totally free from attachment) and be fearless (

To err is human! Mistakes happen to all of us. But what is important is that we accept our mistakes, apologize for them, learn some good lessons from them and progress ahead in life. Param Pujya Dadashri, an enlightened being says, “The world has not bound us; we are bound by our own mistakes. Once these mistakes are eliminated, we are free.” 1) A mental resolve that, “I want to see my faults”. To eliminate any mistake, first of all, we need to recognize the mistake.

Yes, spirituality can certainly reduce anxiety and improve your life Anxiety is a feeling of uneasiness, worry or fear. It is natural to experience an element of anxiety now and then. But when it becomes the norm and begins to affect the smooth functioning of our day-to-day life and our physical and mental well-being, then it is a huge problem as it takes away our peace of mind, leaving us feeling apprehensive all the time. So, how can spirituality help reduce anxiety and imp

In summary, what the Bhagavad Gita says about karma is that every action we take has an effect or a result, and we subsequently reap the benefits or drawbacks of our actions. To be united with any action as in ‘I am doing’, will incur an effect. Effects will follow one into their future life.rn rnNow, let’s consider your question about helping those who have helped you and if we don’t, will their Soul follow us into the next life? Or will our overall help be taken int

The Soul (Aatma) is best defined as ‘the Self’, our real Self “Atma means the Self. You may say, “I am John (you may insert your name here).” However, John is the name of the body. Should you not know ‘who am I’ in this body? It is that Self which you need to recognize... ~ Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan Recognizing the real Self means Self-Realization. Soul is our true identity. However, due to ignorance, we cannot realize this fact. It is only when Gnani Purush grac

That’s because when one prays for something, the law of Nature is such that it uses up his merit karma and gets him what he asked for, whereas in case of someone who does not put up any specific demand, his demerit karma gets utilised and hence he doesn’t receive anything. The silver lining in the case of latter is that he is liberated from that demerit karma now since it got consumed and hence it is over. So, one stand to benefit when one waits for things to happen at th

It’s considered to be a good development when one realizes that in this world, happiness is fleeting. Nevertheless, happiness indeed is and should be the ultimate goal of every living being. But what kind of happiness should that be? Should it be a temporary or permanent happiness? Obviously, permanent! So, our goal of living should be to seek permanent happiness. Life after life, happiness is what every living being in this Universe is hunting for. And the Enlightened One

Every one of us is in a constant pursuit of happiness. We are drawn to the happiness that we get from food, clothes, home and other material goods, from money, fame, status, etc. and also from our friends, family, relatives and in the company of various people... However, how often may you have experienced that after being to a nice restaurant or buying a new item of clothing or having attended an important event, you initially feel quite happy, but soon afterward, you feel a

About Gnani Purush (Enlightened One) A Gnani Purush (Enlightened One) is not only Self-Realized but also has the spiritual power to enlighten others. Only a Gnani Purush, One who is liberated from all worldly attachments, has the power to liberate others. Self Realization or liberation cannot be acquired by reading scriptures, even if the scriptures themselves were the words of a Gnani. Self-realization can only be acquired through direct contact with a living Gnani. Such a G

Dr. Niruben Amin, lovingly addressed as 'Niruma', was a prominent disciple of the Gnani Purush Ambalal Patel also known as Param Pujya 'Dada Bhagwan' or 'Dadashri'. Under His guidance, she too became an accomplished spiritual master who carried on His work of introducing people to the phenomenal science of Akram Vignan. Through selfless service, she has been instrumental in liberating thousands of people worldwide by gracing them with satsangs and Self-realization. Pre-Gnan -

In summary, the Bhagavad Gita says about karma that every action we take has an effect or a result, and we subsequently reap the benefits or drawbacks of our actions. To be united with any action as in ‘I am doing’, will incur an effect. Effects will follow one into one's future life. Now, let’s consider your question about helping those who have helped you and if we don’t, will their Soul follow us into the next life? Or will our overall help be taken into account? A

Attachment to relationships or sex thrives only until one is caught in the darkness of ignorance. Just as lighting one lamp dispels the darkness around it, similarly, enlightenment of the Soul does away with the darkness of the ignorance of the Self. Enlightenment begins with Self-Realization Say you love the taste of tea. But what if you drink tea after eating a sweet? You automatically find the tea tasteless. Similarly, Self-Realization has the sweetest taste of all; it’s

Today, the world is running behind in money and success like a thirsty person running badly in search of water while being lost in the desert. Rather than running behind money or success, if we pay more attention to bringing consistency and sincerity in our work, and patiently and honestly put in our best efforts in whatever we do, then these are the actual stepping stones to such success and money that stays with us and brings us peace! Success comes to those who are constan

Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan It was around six, one evening in June 1958, a gentleman was sitting on a bench on platform number three of Surat railway station in Gujarat. The platform was bustling with people and trains on other lines. He was waiting for another train to take him to Vadodara. His name was Ambalal Muljibhai Patel. This is when nature unfolded a phenomenal spiritual world within Ambalal. At the end of this spontaneous internal enlightenment, Ambalal came to be know

The ultimate goal of human existence is liberation. While the cycle of Samsara means the cycle of birth and death, Moksh implies liberation from this very cycle. In the cycle of Samsara, there is enormous suffering, and in Moksh, lies eternal bliss. While passing through the cycle of Samsara, one evolves and develops life after life, through the various experiences that one gathers at every point in life. These experiences shape the existence of the living being. Hence, in th

It’s that time of the year again when festivity and joy are all around. It’s time for gifts, Christmas carols and lots of celebration. It’s time for happiness, so Merry Christmas Everyone!!! Christmas marks the birth of Jesus Christ. This is the most significant festival in the Western world, but people across the world celebrate it and share their joy. On this day of festivity, let’s stop and ask ourselves - Why can’t every day in our life be as happy as Christmas

For the past twenty-eight years, since the manifestation of Gnan (Self Realization), Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan had not been the owner of His body, He remained detached and lived like a neighbor with His body. Otherwise, this type of wonder – His higher awareness and insights as a Gnani Purush (Enlightened One) would not have been found. Let us look at the type of science Param Pujya Dadashri applied to maintain constant Self-awareness in His worldly life. He always applied t

Cheating can bring about a flow of negative consequences within a relationship, including heartache, mistrust, separation, suffering and pain. The individual who cheats may find themselves grappling with a range of negative effects stemming from their betrayal. This may encompass not only the burden of guilt and shame but also the repercussions they face from others as the news of their cheating becomes public. The cheater is burdened with an overwhelming shame in society, an

An ideal way to live a human life is by ensuring it is a balanced one, both mentally and physically, by living a life that is fulfilling to us and to those around us as well, a life that has a purpose and makes a valuable difference to everyone we come across. Here are a few suggestions on the points, which when integrated into your daily routine, will contribute towards living an ideal and perfect life. 1. Develop the ability to adjust with others. This is especially valid w

There are two ways one can progress and grow: 1. By attaining the right knowledge and applying it directly, or 2. By undergoing suffering, and as a result, gaining wisdom. While the first method is ideally the best, people generally learn only after suffering repeatedly. Therefore, suffering is not an unfortunate byproduct of life; rather, it is an essential element that shapes and refines individuals. It helps invoke inner strength and gives us the ability to develop persona

Yes! Night of the Soul implies things have reached their lowest. And when things have reached their lowest, in all probabilities, light is waiting at the end of the dark tunnel. It’s not easy, but most of the time, this is an essential part of spiritual transformation. Because when life is passing through one of the most difficult and painful states; when surrounded by challenges from every side and drowned in problems, one automatically drifts away from the material world

The reason why having a strong and healthy ego is often viewed negatively despite its potential benefit for mental health and success in life is that the ego itself is risky. The ego always strives for self-importance. Therefore, it seems positive when it is valued, respected, and listened to; but as soon as someone disrespects or devalues the ego in any way, whether it is at work, home, or in a social setting, it could react fiercely and very negatively. It could become desp

Spirituality can permanently solve negative emotional attachments that prevent us from leading a joyful life. Akram Vignan is a spiritual science that delves into the impact of negative emotional attachments and shows us how to free ourselves from their effects, enabling us to achieve permanent inner bliss and harmonious relationships. Science Behind Negative Emotional Attachment Humans tend to form emotional attachments to certain people and things in our lives. This attachm

Let's first understand what karma is before we outline its rules. People believe that the visible actions we do are our karma. But Param Pujya Dadashri says that is merely a fruit of our karma. Karma is bound through our intent, and when that intent fructifies, visible actions happen. Hence, intent is the cause and the visible action is a mere effect of the cause already made. If the cause is good, the effect will be good, and if the cause is bad, the effect also shall be wor

The negative energy could manifest in different ways. Now, let’s study the ways suggested by the Enlightened One to attract positive energy amidst a negative mindset. Ignorance of the Self — Come out of it.rnThe negative energy manifests due to ignorance and negative intellect. (Through Akram Vignan), First of all, ignorance will dissolve, and you will experience self-realization. Then, you can dissolve the negative intellect with the right understanding. Slowly, slowly,

The spiritual science of Akram Vignan plays an important role not only in managing depression but in eliminating the feeling of being depressed altogether. Depression can occur for a variety of reasons, and it has many different trigger points that set it off. While for some people an upsetting or stressful life event such as bereavement, divorce, illness, redundancy, and job or money worries can be the cause, for others, it could be one of the psychological factors like low

Who is Simandhar Swami? Shree Simandhar Swami is a living Tirthankar, who is present in another world known as Mahavideh Kshetra. By praying to Him and accepting His shelter, He can guide us toward achieving ultimate bliss and ultimate liberation (moksha). Lord Simandhar Swami lives in Pundarikgiri, the capital of Pushpakalavati, the eighth division of the total of 32 divisions of Mahavideh Kshetra. Mahavideh Kshetra is millions of miles away in the north-easterly direction o

The next life starts immediately after we die. Death takes place when all the accounts of karma of a person’s life are finished. Whatever account he had bound for the current life comes to an end, and therefore death occurs. After death, one takes a new birth immediately. Just like there is night between this day and the next day, similarly there is death between this birth and the next birth. Let’s understand in detail about birth and death, what comes along, and how the

Saint Kabir has said, “Pustak padh padh jag mua, pandit bhaya na koi,rnDhhai akshar prem ka, padhhe so pandit hoi.” Meaning: People worldwide have died reading and reading various books, but not one has become a scholar. Read scripture after scripture, but since one could not attain the two and a half letters (of the word Prem), one wandered. But the one who understands just the two and a half letters of Prem (love), has become a scholar. When one becomes the embodiment o

The bad habit of addiction has been widespread in society for a long time. Especially in the life of youth, addiction has spread its wings following peer pressure and the wrong company! If one does not intoxicate (consume the intoxicating thing), then all friends ridicule him, “Oh! You don’t take this? You are a weakling!” This provokes his ego, and then, he takes on the path of addiction. In certain societies, smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol is considered to be

Dr. Niruben Amin, lovingly addressed as 'Niruma', was a prominent disciple of the Gnani Purush Ambalal Patel also known as Param Pujya 'Dada Bhagwan' or 'Dadashri'. Under His guidance, she too became an accomplished spiritual master who carried on His work of introducing people to the phenomenal science of Akram Vignan. Through selfless service, She had been instrumental in liberating thousands of people throughout the world by gracing them with satsangs and Self Realization.

Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan says, “Bhaav shakti (the energy of intent) is a tremendous energy.” It can make one ‘the all-powerful’ in the world. However, not everyone manages to have such superlative bhaav shakti. “A few rare people can rise to the top and demonstrate such incredible power, like the Tirthankar Bhagwan!!!”. So, what is the meaning of tirthankar? A Tirthankar is the One, who in His penultimate human birth, has harbored an extraordinarily strong intent

How many people in this world actually experience their true nature beyond thoughts? Only the Enlightened people, meaning those having Self-Realization, actually experience their true nature, which is beyond thoughts, words and actions. One’s true nature is to watch what thoughts are coming. One is an observer. As an observer, they watch what are the thoughts coming. It is the mind’s function to give thoughts, and we are an observer of every thought - both the things are

If we understand the Navkar mantra correctly and chant it without any bias or partiality, then our bad karmas will certainly shed and conflicts in our household will diminish. We will be able to overcome the obstacles and difficulties that come in our lives with greater forbearance. I understood the deeper meaning of every line of the mantra from Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan; and how the addition of obeisance to Lord Krishna and Lord Shiva makes the mantra further impartial. It t

The good news is that you don't have to leave or lose your loved ones when you embark on a spiritual journey, hence do not fear! The spiritual path of Akram Vignan, a step-less path to Self-Realization, is a path where we learn how to live a wholesome worldly life without attachment or fear of losing those who are dear to us. It shows us how to strike a balance between our spiritual pursuit and our relationships so that we can lead a fulfilling life, while also achieving our

Pre-Gnan: The Hidden Jewel Pujya Deepakbhai Desai was born on May 9 1953 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. One day his elder brother told him about a Gnani Purush Ambalal Muljibhai Patel (fondly known as Param Pujya 'Dadashri' or Param Pujya 'Dada Bhagwan'), whose knowledge of Akram Vignan would help him concentrate in his studies. At that time, Pujya Deepakbhai was studying engineering at VJTI College in Bombay. This soft-spoken, humble and introverted young man found worldly l

Questioner: What should one do to make progress towards the Soul? Dadashri: One should maintain an exclusive foundation of honesty. This faith is such that when one finds himself in a difficult situation, the inner energy and power (of the Soul) will be expressed. When he is not in a bind, and there is plenty of money around, there is no scope for the manifestation of these inner energies of the Soul. Honesty is the only way. It will not happen with devotional worship of the

Questioner: If we surrender to the great souls that lived thousands of years ago, can that be considered surrender? Can we make any progress through such surrender or do we need to surrender to a living great man? Dadashri: You can progress even through Paroksha (indirectly- one not currently living). However if you find such a living (Pratyaksh) person, then your liberation will be instant. The indirect approach will give you the benefit of progress but there is no liberatio

Stress generally is an outcome of the worry and fear we experience when we have to do something So let’s understand, spiritually speaking, how is worry generated?... The Enlightened One explains: When ignorance (of really who am I and who is the doer in this world) is there, due to ignorance, egoism is there. That egoism is alive egoism. So, when one wants to do something but is unable to finish the work, is not getting success, or is not finding a solution to their problem

Yes, if you want to manifest something, it is put out there into the Universe. That’s right. But it does not mean you are required to tell everyone your wishes and desires to make that happen. The Enlightened One explains how this science works… If someone insults you, what will happen? We intend that, ‘I will see him, I will straighten him, what does he think in his mind, why did he speak to me like this?!” When our intent spoils, karma is said to have got charged. T

Every living being is constantly hunting for happiness in this world, which has prevailed since infinite time and will continue to prevail for infinite time. The ant finds happiness in a piece of sugar, and moths feel happy in the candle's light. A hungry animal is happy to get food. And human beings feel happy with the material pleasures of the five senses. To attain happiness, humans are blindly running after material things such as money, property, houses, cars, wealth, re

Inner strength is the ability to withstand and overcome challenges, adversity, and difficult circumstances without relying on external support or self-validation. It is characterised by the right understanding, self-awareness, maintaining equanimity, bravery, patience, and a positive attitude in the face of obstacles. Inner strength is not about physical power or toughness, but rather about one's ability to cope with stress and worries, bounce back from setbacks, and maintain

Let’s try to understand this through an example... Say, you love the taste of tea. But what if you are given tea after you eat a sweet? Would you have the desire to have tea? No, because you would find the tea quite bland then, isn’t it? Similarly, the taste of the bliss of the Soul is the sweetest of all, after which your interest in these materialistic desires shall wane off on its own. ☺ When you taste the bliss of the Soul, the pleasures of the world, no matter how

Crises of religious identities have always existed in the world to a lesser or greater extentrnConsidering the varying level of spiritual development in different human beings, the reason behind the wide range of religious identities is perfectly understandable. They provide the necessary structure to channelize one’s faith and devotion and facilitate a framework of beliefs, based on every individual’s respective stage of development, to help them rise to the next stage o

The spiritual science of Akram Vignan helps us find the balance between taking care of our material responsibilities and pursuing our spiritual goals, very easily, as this spiritual science works alongside our material obligations. In Akram Vignan, the fundamental change starts internally when the ignorance of the Self is completely removed through the grace of the Enlightened Being (Gnani Purush). Here, Self-Realisation is attained through a scientific process of Bhed-Vignan

Grave danger in uprooting a Guru Do not accept a known guru as guru, and if you do, then do not turn your back on him. Use a pot if you do not like him. The pot will not have any problems. Worship it because your buddhi (intellect) will not be active there and your work will get done. Now who would be so careful that he would not allow his intellect to interfere? How can one understand all this? Questioner: At the time we make someone our guru, he appears to be very good, he